Mattison’s Forty-One Fall Wine-Pairing Dinner Series

Chef Paul Mattison, executive chef and proprietor of Mattison’s Restaurants & Catering in Sarasota, Florida, announces the Fall Wine-Pairing Dinner Series at Mattison’s Forty-One, 7275 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida 34231. All three dinners are meticulously prepared five or six-course dinners paired with hand selected wines from each of the vineyards and starts at 6:30pm. Each dinner is $75 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made online at mattisons.com or by calling 941.921.3400.

The first dinner is on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 featuring Illuminati Vineyards. Stefano Illuminati, third generation vineyard owner, is the special guest and wine expert to guide guests throughout the evening. The tradition of Illuminati Wines has continued for over 120 years. The Controguerra lands and their generous grapes have afforded the Illuminati family the ability to pass down the skilled art of wine-making and their commitment towards experimentation. Join us in sharing these amazing wines and meet the third generation owner, Stefano Illuminati, and discover why Illuminati never settles for anything less than excellence.

The second wine-pairing dinner is on Thursday, October 24, 2013 featuring Chateau Ste Michelle, a 105 acre property in Woodinville, Washington offering award-winning wines from the state’s oldest winery. Our wine guide for the evening is the esteemed District Manager of Chateau Ste Michelle, Joe Guzman.

The third wine-pairing dinner is on Monday, November 11, 2013 featuring Collier Falls Vineyard located in Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma County California.

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